From time to time, each owner of a concrete well, pool or other concrete structure may have a leak. In such situations, it is very convenient to have a special repair mixture at hand to instantly eliminate the problem. In this article, we will analyze the composition, setting time, consumption and several recommendations for the use of hydro seals.
What is the composition of the hydro seal?
A special quick–setting repair compound – a hydro seal is a material that eliminates leaks on the concrete surface, including active ones, in a matter of seconds. The material consists of special cements and active chemicals, thanks to which the rapid solidification of the material takes place.
How long does the hydro seal take?
Depending on the components that are part of the hydraulic seal, the setting time can vary from 30 seconds to 3 minutes.
For example, the Teknoplug hydraulic seal will eliminate your leak in 2 minutes, and it will begin to set in 60 seconds after mixing the composition. But with Teknoplug Yildirim – an instantaneous hydraulic seal – you need to work super fast, because it starts to harden in a few seconds, and in a minute you will forget about the leak.
What is the flow rate of the hydraulic seal?
The flow rate of the hydraulic seal, depending on the manufacturer, can vary from 1.5 to 2.5 kg / dm3. The manufacturer Tekno offers a high-quality high-speed repair compound with a consumption of 2 kg / dm3, which is sold in small buckets with a volume of 3 kg, which is very convenient. After all, the shelf life of a hydraulic seal is usually 6 months, and leaks in concrete are unlikely to occur every day. Therefore, it is simply unprofitable to buy a large volume.
How to use a hydro seal?
Let's analyze the correct use of a hydraulic seal using the example of the Teknolplug Yildirim material.
Firstly, you need to work VERY quickly with this composition, since 2 seconds after mixing the dry mixture with water, it begins to harden.
Secondly, it is recommended to work in rubberized gloves. It will be both more convenient and safer for the skin of your hands.
Thirdly, during setting, the material heats up. Don't be alarmed, this is normal.
It is necessary to knead the dry mixture with water in the proportion of 200 ml of water per 1 kg of dry powder to a plastic state.
Fourth, it is recommended to knead the material in small quantities and seal leaks one piece at a time if there are several of them.
Well, you can find detailed instructions for use in our article "Step-by-step instructions for the use of hydraulic seals".
